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Pennsylvania teenager Christopher Barrett reels in record-breaking catch while out fishing with his dad
A Pennsylvania teenager recently scored a lifetime achievement after reeling in a fish that broke his state’s record, officials say. Mohnton resident Christopher Barrett, 19, caught an unusually large white perch while fishing with his dad back in April. The fish weighed two pounds and one ounce – beating...
Things to Do: Art on the Avenue celebrates 30th anniversary
West Reading will host its 30th annual Art on the Avenue from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday over four pedestrian-friendly blocks of Penn Avenue. The event, Berks County's premiere art and music festival, showcases the work of local and regional artists, crafters, vendors, borough businesses, and 18 musical acts on three stages.
Reading singer/songwriter ready to bring her new music to Art on the Avenue
WEST READING, Pa. - It's a new song that harkens back to early 2000s. "I think it's really cool that there are a lot of other artists trying to go back to that era,” said singer/songwriter Bella Jailene. The debut single from the Reading native and current RACC senior...
New Dunkin’ restaurant opens in Lebanon County
MYERSTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — A new, “next generation” Dunkin’ restaurant has officially opened its doors in Myerstown, Lebanon County. According to Dunkin’, the new 2,000-square-foot location officially made its debut back on Monday, June 10. The new Dunkin is located at 289 West Lincoln Avenue, across the street from Hardee’s.
500 volunteers pack "Big Cheese" to fight hunger
SPRING TWP., Pa. - It's not cheesy at all but there is sure a lot of cheese in the room. "Tonight is Big Cheese 8 and it is what we call purpose with fun," said Tammy White, President of the United Way of Berks County. "It's a Friday night, it...
Furry Friends: Luka and Groovy Pete
READING, Pa. - This week's Furry Friends come from Humane Pennsylvania in Reading. First is "Luka." He's a one-year-old beagle who was turned over when his previous family developed allergies. This playful pup has a lot of energy and loves digging, running and playing with toys. He gets along with young children, but he's never lived with other pets.
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